A woman gives birth while her car is stuck in heavy traffic in San Francisco after she goes into labor near Golden Gate Park, according to local authorities. The San Francisco Fire Department says the couple is caught in congestion, pulls over because of the imminent birth, and delivers a healthy baby girl.
The Fire Department says first responders are delayed because of the same traffic, arriving on foot rather than by vehicle. The Guardian reports that a doula is nearby in the congestion and helps the couple while waiting for assistance. The New York Post similarly says the doula happens to be in the area and steps in to provide support, highlighting how access to care is affected by traffic conditions.
